Description
These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Sticks are the perfect snack or appetizer for pizza lovers! With gooey mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and a crispy, golden crust, these easy-to-make pizza sticks are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 (10-ounce) can refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or a blend of mozzarella and provolone)
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, cut into smaller pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, garlic powder
Instructions
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
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Prepare Dough: Unroll the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. If using homemade dough, roll it into a 12×16-inch rectangle.
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Spread Sauce: Evenly spread pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
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Add Cheese and Pepperoni: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by the pepperoni pieces.
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Cut into Strips: Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to cut the dough into strips about 1-inch wide.
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Twist (Optional): Twist each strip gently to form a spiral, adding a fun, visual appeal.
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Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the pizza sticks on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
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Brush with Olive Oil: Brush each pizza stick with olive oil to help them crisp up during baking.
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Season: Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, and optionally, top with grated Parmesan, red pepper flakes, and/or garlic powder for extra flavor.
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Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pizza sticks are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the pizza sticks to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Custom Toppings: Get creative with toppings like cooked sausage, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, or olives.
- Cheese Varieties: Try provolone, cheddar, or an Italian cheese blend for a twist.
- Garlic Butter: For extra richness, brush the pizza sticks with garlic butter right before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza stick
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg